September weather forecast
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

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Weather in September

The march of the calendar to September brings a cooler climate to Ratnapura, with temperatures mirroring those of August. Regardless, the monsoon influence begins to recede, resulting in somewhat less rainfall spread across slightly fewer days. A remarkable weather feature of September is the jump in average sunlight duration to 7.5 hours.

Temperature

September comes with an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F), equal to August's temperature. The month of September records an average low-temperature of 20.9°C (69.6°F) in Ratnapura.

Heat index

September's average heat index is evaluated at a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in September is 86%.

Rainfall

In Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, in September, it is raining for 25.8 days, with typically 178mm (7.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ratnapura, there are 317.3 rainfall days, and 2422mm (95.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In September, the average length of the day in Ratnapura is 12h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of September, in Ratnapura, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:00 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in September in Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, is 7.5h.

UV index

September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 5 in September translates into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average September temperature in Ratnapura?

An average high-temperature, in September, in Ratnapura, is 27.5°C (81.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 20.9°C (69.6°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in September in Ratnapura?

In Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, the average relative humidity in September is 86%.

How many days does it rain in September in Ratnapura?

In Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, during September, the rain falls for 25.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 178mm (7.01") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in September in Ratnapura?

In Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, the average day length in September is 12h and 10min.

When are sunrise and sunset in September in Ratnapura?

On the first day of September in Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 18:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:00 +0530.

How long on average sun shines in September in Ratnapura?

In Ratnapura, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine duration in September is 7.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ratnapura?

The months with the lowest UV index are September and October, with an average maximum UV index of 5.

What is the UV index intensity in September in Ratnapura?

The average daily maximum UV index in September in Ratnapura is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average temperature in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in September: 27.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is March (31.1°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are June and July (27.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in September: 20.9°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (18.7°C).

Average pressure in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average pressure in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in September: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (1008.6mbar).

Average wind speed in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average wind speed in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in September: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and March (3.9km/h).

Average humidity in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average humidity in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in September: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and February (80%).

Average rainfall in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in September: 178mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (357mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

Average rainfall days in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average rainfall days in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in September: 25.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (18.9 days).

Average daylight in September /
Average sunshine in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average daylight in September / Average sunshine in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in September: 12h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in September: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average sunshine days in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in September: 1.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (0.2 days).

Average UV index in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average UV index in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in September: 5

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, November and December (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are September and October (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average cloud cover in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in September: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in September
Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

Average visibility in September - Ratnapura, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in September: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, June, July, August and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are April, May, September, October and November (7km).

Ratnapura, Sri Lanka

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